събота, 27 декември 2014 г.

Forging That Dog-Human Bond

By Sara Reighard


A wonderful addition is enjoyed with just about any household when they decide to get a new dog. Fun, loyal and loving, these furry friends provide an excellent company for your family. However, time is needed for them truly become part of the family. Helpful tips are listed below make the journey easier especially on the owner's part.

Dogs have their own special way of communication though having your dog speak and tell you what they feel and need would be quite convenient. Some dogs have a happy temperament and are ready for love and play right away while others need to adjust to the new surroundings. A dog's body language is important and it is ideal to learn and study their cues. Tucking their tale or cowering from you is an often display of timidity on the dogs and puppies. Using a gentle and soothing tone of voice while approaching them slowly, is one way to make them feel at ease. Sit on the floor while you pat your leg and hold your hand out loosely and let them come over and sniff you and get to know you. Quite praises should be given to make them feel comfortable especially when they accept a pat or some form of affection.

Dogs and children thrive on routine, so get your dog on a schedule right away. When your dog knows what to expect, this makes them feel secure. If possible, keep bathroom schedules, walking schedules and feeding schedules the same all of the time. This is especially important at first when you are housebreaking your dog. Obviously, we cannot maintain the same schedule 100% of the time, but in those beginnings weeks, try your best to create a routine and stick with it.

An important part of the communication process between you and your dog is learning to understand their problematic behavior. Finding the underlying causes whenever you dog are destroying household items or scratching at furniture and doors is important. Boredom and worries often results to a dog's destructive behavior. One can end up with a chewed up shoes or ruined sofas when dogs have lots of energy but has no outlet to spend it with. Activities such as walking and playtime should be provided to your dogs and you will probably see an improvement in their behavior. Leaving your home can leave dogs to become anxious and crating your dog can be a good way to ensure that they do not destroy your home while you are out during the first few weeks or months.

A strong bond is made between the owner and its dog with the help of dog training making it one of the best methods. Proper Seattle dog training allows you and your dog to learn more about each other especially since the two of you will be spending a lot of time together. Additionally, dogs can learn how to behave properly as well as know the rules of your home. With all of these efforts, your dog can become safe as well as make their lives easier and more enjoyable. After all, it is quite hard to appreciate a dog that barks constantly, jumps on people, darts away or won't come when you call him.

If you need dog training in Seattle, consider contacting Seattle Family Dog Training. With patience and commitment, you can have your dog behaving properly in as little as five weeks. This program of dog obedience training in Seattle provides owners with the tools to teach their dog the rules of the house, as well as teaching them how to walk on a loose leash, teaching them to sit and stay, to obey boundaries and much more.




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